Dietary restrictions e.g. dairy-free, egg-free etc have now become all too commonplace in our society. But for some people these are not just a passing phase, they can be life-threatening and should therefore not be treated flippantly. And with the reports of unnecessary deaths, it has never been more important to be satisfied with food safety. However, this […] Read more…
Wedding dress shopping can be both daunting and overwhelming. With so many options out there and with a million and one different things to inspire you, you can sometimes get lost in your vision of what you actually want, or what you think you want! It’s wise to set some ground rules, do your research […] Read more…
You might recall in the run up to last years Budget there was quite a stir with talk of shaking up the marriage laws to allow couples to marry outdoors. The buzz was “Wow, I can’t wait to be able to do that” and I heard this from couples and venue staff alike. But wait, you […] Read more…
Tis the season… After the first wave of new proposals across Christmas and New Year, Valentines is upon us. Supermarkets become a sea of red and commercial radio start their search for an unsuspecting loved one to be surprised as they arrive at work, still munching on a piece of toast, with twenty cupcakes and […] Read more…
Animals at weddings? It hasn’t always been a thing, but If there was one impossible thing I could have had at our wedding, bar gypsy-punk rockers Gogol Bordello play our reception, it would have been having my cats incorporated into the day somehow. Our three fluffballs are an important part of our universe, but getting […] Read more…
If you’re reading this still in the heady haze of post-proposal glee then huge congratulations! Christmas and New Year are the busiest time for proposals, whether they be public displays of romance on far away adventures or a snuggly moment at home in the twinkling lights of the tree. But chances are everyone already wants […] Read more…
It’s January! A new year with lots of inspiration and advice coming your way on the blog -and we can’t wait to share it with you! Up first the wonderful Button and Bows Alterations an expert in their field of wedding dress alterations and here to take you through step by step of what to expect and […] Read more…
Its that time of year again where we reflect on the past year, what worked and what didn’t, and what blew us away in the world of weddings! As a wedding day styling is my thing, it also excites me to look to the year ahead and see the influences which will be forming my […] Read more…
Congratulations on your engagement! This is without doubt one of the most exciting periods of your life and you will want to shout the news from the rooftops or at least put into action the ‘we’re engaged’ ring shot that you’ve been planning in your head since forever! Everyone will be excited by your news but remember to tell […] Read more…
‘No forse meglio si coprire il tatuaggio?’ That was the comment of my southern Italian mother as I stepped out of the changing room in the strapless ballgown I had my heart set on as my wedding dress. Its translation? ‘Isn’t it better to cover your tattoo?’ Nicola Dawson Photography Tattooed Brides – Should […] Read more…
As a Venue Stylist and owner of The White Emporium I get asked all the time – what to think about first when starting to plan a wedding and how to decide on wedding day styling . With so much inspiration available from the wonderful worlds of Instagram and Pinterest it can become far to easy to […] Read more…
Winter is coming. The slippers have come out and we’ve needed the heater on before bed. My vintage Calvin Klein night dress has been replaced by fluffy pyjamas and the heavier duvet has gone on. I’m ready for change. This summer, the joint hottest on record, will go down as the first ‘proper’ summer I […] Read more…
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